Hamas, two other Palestinian groups say Gaza ceasefire deal 'closer than ever'
Hamas and two other Palestinian militant groups said on Saturday that a Gaza ceasefire deal with Israel is "closer
African leaders welcomed Donald Trump’s election with hopes for fruitful partnerships, yet expectations remain low. U.S. policy has long sidelined Africa, focusing mainly on countering Russia and China, said Charles Ray, Foreign Policy Research Institute’s Africa Program chair. Ray noted that while President Biden called Africa a key partner, little action followed. Trump's “transactional, ego-driven” approach will likely deprioritize Africa, leaving it at the “very bottom” of his agenda, Ray added.
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